Kent · England
New-build mastic & snagging in Ivychurch, Kent
Plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes in Ivychurch, with a one-year guarantee on every job. Call for a quick quote.
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
- Cracked caulk along new skirting
- Internal frame sealant that has split
New build mastic in Ivychurch
A new build should have a neat, sound bead at every joint. When the finish is smeared, patchy or already cracking, it’s worth putting right early, before water gets into the floor or walls. We work on skirting & floors, plot handovers and show homes, and common reasons people get in touch are shower seals failing in the first year or two and kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall.
Older homes in small places like Ivychurch often have timber floors that move with the seasons, which is why skirting and threshold joints need a flexible sealant, not filler.
You are covered for a year from the day we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
- Where
- Ivychurch (TN29)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear price before we start
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Landlord and commercial work in Ivychurch
Housing providers, facilities teams and property managers book us too in Ivychurch and across Kent. Several sites can be quoted together.
Hotels need rooms back in use, so we plan the work room by room around your bookings where we can. Hotel work is part of what we do, alongside homes and businesses.
Also in Ivychurch
DIY versus a professional finish
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is matched to the joint and its conditions.
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that is fine. We remove it and do the joint properly, so tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
The process
We bring everything the job needs with us. After a quick look at the joints together, the area is protected and the work begins. It normally takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. For a village or hamlet like Ivychurch, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. Everything for the job comes with us, so a second trip is avoided where possible.
- We start by agreeing which joints are on the list, from the snagging sheet or plot schedule.
- Failed or untidy sealant is cut out completely.
- Each joint is cleaned of dust and grit, then primed if required.
- We apply a sealant that suits each joint and tool it to a neat finish.
- Finally, each room is checked and you are given the cure time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
Ask for a quote
Every job is quoted individually, so start by telling us what you need. Simply ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and describe the job.
Related advice
Aftercare tips
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Follow the cure time we give you
- Keep photos and emails about snagging items
- Put sealant faults on your snagging list early
- Clean sealant with mild detergent, not abrasives
Follow the cure time we give you before the area gets wet. Silicone is generally left for about a day.
A seal that splits early is often a sign of movement. Have it resealed, and the tray or bath checked, before it gets worse.
Common questions in Ivychurch
Is Ivychurch within the area you cover?
Yes. Ivychurch is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you work for landlords with property near Appledore (Kent) station?
Yes, we work for landlords and letting agents. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and tell us about the property, and we will send you a clear quote.
How long does new build mastic take?
As a guide, most jobs take anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. Bigger jobs take longer, and we will tell you how long to expect.
Who should fix failed sealant in a new build?
Report it to the builder first while you’re covered. Once that is done, or if they will not put it right, we will cut it out and reseal it.
When is the sealant fully cured?
Most sealants are touch-dry well before they’re fully cured. We’ll give you the cure time for the product we used.
When is the best time to reseal in a new build?
Where water is getting through, do not wait. Small gaps that are just cosmetic can be resealed once movement has slowed.
Are you insured?
Yes, we’re fully insured for domestic and commercial work.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We hold ARBOMaster approved applicator status and we are fully insured too.
Common problems we fix in Ivychurch
A new house holds a lot of water from the build, and it dries out over the first couple of years. Drying timber shrinks and pulls joints apart and the sealant has to cope with the movement.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Leaking shower tray seals in a new home
- Second-fix sealing on new plots
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
- Untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list
For new homes near Appledore (Kent) station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
Comparing quotes
- Whether you can choose the colour
- The length of the guarantee
- What happens if the job turns out different
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
Surface by surface
Plot handovers
Plot mastic is carried out to the developer’s schedule. Each joint is cleaned and primed where needed.
Kitchens
Worktop, upstand and sink joints in new kitchens often get a hurried bead. We take it out and reseal neatly, colour-matched where it shows.
Leave it or put it right?
For developers, getting the sealant right first time saves return visits. Snagging visits for failed sealant cost time on every plot and most come down to preparation. Around Ivychurch, older homes often have timber in their floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That is why we ask about the job first.
What you get with us
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- Arbo and Everbuild products
- White, clear, grey or another colour, product permitting
- An ARBOMaster approved applicator
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced and customer reviews.
New build mastic in Ivychurch: local notes
Compared with the north and west, the South East gets less rain, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
In and around Ivychurch, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Ivychurch is about 9 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. For new build mastic in and around Ivychurch, please phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email for a quick quote. We cover Kent from our Crawley base. Across Kent, we cover 922 places, Ivychurch among them. Brighton is on our list too, around 46 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here for new build mastic: TN29. Other places close to Ivychurch include Brenzett (2 miles west), Snargate (2 miles west), Ruckinge (4 miles north), Hamstreet (4 miles north) and Kenardington (5 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (9 miles north), Folkestone (13 miles east), Hythe (9 miles north-east), Hawkinge (14 miles north-east), Tenterden (9 miles north-west) and Cheriton (12 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Ivychurch
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bell Inn. Ivychurch’s nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 3.4 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (1.2 miles west) and Romney 'castle' (1.5 miles south). Open spaces near Ivychurch include Burnthouse Pen.